Overview
Medforce Recruitment are seeking a dedicated Senior Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) to join the dynamic multidisciplinary team at an acute hospital based in Waterford. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a senior role in an acute hospital setting, supporting adults with a range of complex communication and swallowing needs.
As a Senior SLT, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care, providing leadership within the SLT team, and contributing to service development across the hospital.
Responsibilities
* Deliver a quality Speech and Language Therapy service to adult patients with communication and/or swallowing difficulties in an acute hospital setting.
* Complete assessment, diagnosis, and intervention for inpatients.
* Provide specialist input into the management of dysphagia/feeding, eating, drinking and swallowing disorders.
* Work closely as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver integrated care.
* Provide supervision and support to staff grade therapists and students.
* Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives.
Requirements
* A recognised qualification in Speech and Language Therapy.
* CORU registration as a Speech and Language Therapist.
* Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience, with at least 2 years in the area of dysphagia/acute care.
* Certification and competence in the management of dysphagia.
* Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
* A professional, patient-focused approach to work.
What’s on Offer
* HSE pay scales and benefits.
* A supportive and collaborative hospital environment.
* Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression.
Contact
If you or someone you know is interested in this position, please send a copy of your CV to nadams@medforce.ie
If you refer a candidate to us who is successfully hired, we can offer you a €150 thank you bonus! T&Cs apply!
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